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Lambeth Council faces financial management risks, with an independent review highlighting non-compliance concerns in October 2026.
Lambeth Council is currently addressing concerns about its financial management after an independent review by Grant Thornton identified risks of non-compliance in eight key areas in October 2026. The report was presented to the Audit and Risk Committee on 22 October 2026.
The review highlighted specific issues including the inability to consistently evidence value for money in spending and contracts, financial resilience, and medium-term financial planning. This was despite the council meeting nine other financial standards.
Key facts
- An independent review by Grant Thornton found Lambeth Council at risk of non-compliance in eight key financial areas. Source
- The report was presented to Lambeth's Audit and Risk Committee on 22 October 2026. Source
- The review highlighted concerns over demonstrating value for money and financial resilience. Source
- Lambeth Council met nine other financial standards, according to the independent review. Source
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